Wa Ethnic Minority

The Wa Ethnic Minority is an ancient group located in the southwestern border of China, primarily situated between the Lancang River and Salween River, extending into the southern section of the Nujiang Mountain Range. This unique group has undergone a significant transformation over time, transitioning from primitive society to a socialist society, shifting from slash-and-burn agriculture to scientific farming methods. Over the years, they have experienced rapid social and economic development, with improvements in living standards year by year.

Distribution of the Wa Ethnic Minority in Yunnan
The Wa Ethnic Minority is mainly distributed in the following regions of Yunnan Province:

Ximeng, Cangyuan, Menglian, Gengma, Lancang, Shuangjiang, Zhenkang, Yongde, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Tengchong, Changning, Jingdong, and Pu'er.

Wa Autonomous Counties in Yunnan
Ximeng Wa Autonomous County(Puer)
Menglian Dai, Lahu and Wa County(Puer)
Cangyuan Wa Autonomous County(Lincang)
Gengma Dai and Wa Autonomous County(Lincang)
Shuangjiang Lahu, Wa, Bulang and Dai County
Wa Ethnic Towns in Yunnan
Hehua Dai and Wa Ethnic Town
Junsai Wa, Lahu, Lisu and Deang Ethnic Town
Xuelin Wa Ethnic Town
Wendong Wa Ethnic Town
Ankang Wa Ethnic Town
Wendong Wa Ethnic Town
Protection Area of Wa Ethnic Culture
Wengding Village Wa Ethnic Culture Protection Area in Cangyuan County, Lincang
Yonglao Village Wa Ethnic Culture Protection Area in Ximeng County, Puer
Cultural Heritages of Wa Ethnic Minority in Yunnan
Intangible Cultural Heritages of Wa in Yunnan
Qingxi Opera in Tengchong City, Baoshan
Wooden Drum Dance in Ximeng County, Puer
Hair Dance of Wa Ethnic Minority
“Sigangli ” – Creation Myths
Inheritors of Wa’s Intangible Cultural Heritages in Yunnan
Yan Guo – Wa Traditional Iron Ware
Yanhan Gelin – Wa Sacrificial Activities
Bao Edao – Wa Wood-carving Project
Sha Yingxiang – Spinning Top Project
Bao Yemei – Wa Hair Dance Project
Xiao Yumen – Wa Folk Dance
Yan Cong – Wa Folk Dance
Na Huan – Wa Folk Song and Dance
Yan Gelao – Wa Folk Song and Dance
Bao Enong – Wa Traditional Textile Craft
Yan Kong – Wa Pottery Craftsmanship
Sha Shaoxiang – Jizong Spining Top Performance 
Li Jiaxian – Qingxi Opera
Festivals of Wa Ethnic Minority in Yunnan
New Rice Festival of Wa Ethnic Minority
New Rice Festival in Menglian County, Puer
New Rice Festival in Ximeng County, Puer
Wooden Drum Festival of Wa Ethnic Minority
Wooden Drum Festival in Ximeng County, Puer
Wild Fruit and Vegetable Festival in Ximeng, Puer
Spring Festival (Xinshuijie) of Wa Ethnic Minority
Cattle-butchering Dance of Wa Ethnic Minority
Cattle-butchering Ceremony of Wa Ethnic Minority
Gongxiang (Elephant Worship) Festival of Wa
New Fire Festival (Xinhuojie) of Wa Ethnic Minority
Sowing Seeds Festival of Wa Ethnic Minority
Qingmiao Festival of Wa Ethnic Minority
Monihei Carnival in Cangyuan County, Lincang

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